Hello! I am a crochet & knit designer based in Japan, dedicated to creating patterns that celebrate the harmony between nature and handcraft.

Over the years, I have also contributed original designs to numerous Japanese knitting and crochet books and publications.

My creative journey is deeply rooted in the art of Kusaki-zome (Japanese traditional natural dyeing). I dye my yarns using natural ingredients, capturing the delicate and shifting colors of Japan’s four seasons. Every skein is dyed with care, and every pattern is designed to bring a piece of Japanese nature and a moment of serenity to your needles.

My goal is to provide you with designs that make your heart dance as you work through each stitch. Happy crafting!

⚠️ Notice Regarding Free Patterns & Updates

Many of my older free patterns listed here are currently unavailable due to a website transition. I want to say a huge thank you to everyone who has downloaded, loved, and crocheted my past designs over the years! I truly appreciate your support.

Please check the Bundles below to browse all currently available patterns!

Active Shop & New Releases

I am now fully active and creating brand new premium patterns designed specifically for our natural-dyed yarns! In my new patterns, I provide full written English instructions alongside traditional Japanese-style charts (with an abbreviation guide), ensuring a precise and enjoyable crafting process for crafters worldwide.

Please favorite my store and stay tuned for our upcoming new releases.

You can also find sneak peeks, publication updates, and my creative process on:

• Instagram: @atelier_mati
• Threads: @atelier_mati

Thank you so much, and happy crocheting and knitting!